simple faith

it's not about
church
attendance, or how many
times you recite a prayer
on a string
of rosary beads.
it's not about confession
or communion,
or being baptized.
it's not about the collection
basket
or good deeds.
it's beyond all these man
made rituals
that assuage your guilt,
qualm your fears.
it's more.
much more.
it's the simple act of
faith, and sinning no more.
forgiveness.
trust and gratitude.
being thankful, for all
that lies ahead, and all
that came before.